The 31-year-old singer posted a statement on social media explaining the decision to postpone the tour and announcing the rescheduled dates.
In a tweet on X (formerly known as Twitter), he mentioned, “Given the heartbreaking loss experienced this week, I’ve made the decision to postpone the US leg of the STAIRWAY TO THE SKY Tour.
“The dates are being rescheduled for January and I’ll share them once everything is finalized in the next few days.
Given the heartbreaking loss experienced this week, I’ve made the decision to postpone the US leg of the STAIRWAY TO THE SKY Tour. The dates are being rescheduled for January and I’ll post them as soon as it’s all set in the next few days. Your tickets will remain valid for the…
— zayn (@zaynmalik) October 19, 2024
“Your tickets will remain valid for the new dates. Love you all and thank you for your understanding.”
Payne passed away after falling from a hotel balcony in Buenos Aires, Argentina, on Wednesday (October 16).
Malik was about to start the US leg of his tour and was scheduled to perform in San Francisco on Wednesday (October 23), according to Sky News.
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The singer did not mention anything about a series of UK gigs that are set to begin next month, with the first one planned for November 20.
Earlier in the week, Malik paid tribute to Payne in an Instagram post, mentioning that he sometimes clashed with him because he was headstrong and opinionated, but always secretly respected him for it.
“I will cherish all the memories I have with you in my heart forever, there is no words that justify or explain how I feel right now other than beyond devastated,” he added.